Serving 612 students in grades 6-8, Andrew N. Christensen Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Andrew N. Christensen Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Andrew N. Christensen Middle School's student population of 612 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
612 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Andrew N. Christensen Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andrew N. Christensen Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2217 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
27%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
42%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andrew N. Christensen Middle School's ranking?
Andrew N. Christensen Middle School is ranked #2217 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Andrew N. Christensen Middle School often compared to?
Andrew N. Christensen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Mendenhall Middle School, East Avenue Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Andrew N. Christensen Middle School?
612 students attend Andrew N. Christensen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Andrew N. Christensen Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Andrew N. Christensen Middle School?
Andrew N. Christensen Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Andrew N. Christensen Middle School offer ?
Andrew N. Christensen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Andrew N. Christensen Middle School part of?
Andrew N. Christensen Middle School is part of Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Andrew N. Christensen Middle School located?
Andrew N. Christensen Middle School is located in the Springtown neighborhood of Livermore, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Springtown.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2012
it is a great school that is helping me learn in a safe non juddmental invirment...and there is more hispanics than there are listed on this page
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